Category Archives: All Grain

Homebrew Storage Options! – Base Grain, Specialty Grain and DME

When it comes to storing grain and DME, we’re concerned about keeping ingredients fresh minimizing oxygen and moisture exposure.  We’re also interest in keeping Grain and DME away from possible pests.  Beyond that convenient access and efficient use of space are issues to consider.  This post also includes some tips and general sizing guidelines.

Buckets for Grain Storage – Pros and Cons

Pictured: Food Grade Buckets via Amazon

Buckets are one of the most basic and popular options out there and for good reason.  They are generally easy to source, well made and cheap.  Food safe options are also easy to find.

Search Food Grade Bucket on Amazon

Grain Storage Capacity Estimations

My rule of thumb for grain storage capacity is about 5 lbs per gallon for unmilled malt storage.  That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary.  A 5 gallon bucket holds about 25 lbs Two buckets = a 50 lb bag.  Two 6 gallon buckets would comfortably hold a 55 lb bag.

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Homebrew Recipe FLASH Sale – Kits from $24.99!

Recipe Flash Sale – from $24.99!  Stock up and buy 4 and you’ll qualify for free shipping

homebrewing.org sale

More: Recent AIH Finds

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Terpene Dream Double IPA Kits – all grain & extract – Save 20% + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Time Deal

terpene double ipa

  • MoreBeer’s Kit of the Week offers a 20% discount on a select recipe for a limited time.  Choose from all grain or extract versions while supplies last.
  • Shipping is also free to many US addresses with a qualifying $59 order
  • Custom Tap Handle: All of MoreBeer’s original recipe kits come with a full color insert that works with this custom tap handle
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

Check out this week’s Kit of the Week! – remember coupon code KOTW

Terpene Dream Double IPA Kits at MoreBeer

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

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Buy One Get One HALF OFF Fall Kits at MoreBeer!

For a limited time MoreBeer is discounting kits buy one get one half off. Applies to all grain and extract versions, mix and match is okay.

Buy One Beer Recipe Kit Get One 50% OFF

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Last Call: MoreBeer’s Party Pack! HALF OFF Wine Kits w/Beer Kit Purchase! + Wine & Beer Kit Deal Roundup

MoreBeer’s Party Pack Beer and Wine Kit Bundle Deal gets you a whopping half off a wine kit when you buy a beer kit. Choose from all grain or extract. This is a great deal!

Buy A Beer Recipe Kit Get A Wine Kit 50% OFF

Wine Kit of the Week!

MoreBeer offers 20% off via the Wine Kit of the Week Sale. The new wine kit appears every Monday around Noon Pacific Time and will be available while supplies last.

MoreBeer Wine Kit of the Week!  Use code WKOTW to get the deal

MoreWine, MoreBeer’s Wine specific site also has a Wine Kit of the Week and that sometimes varies from MoreBeer’s Wine Kit of the Week…

MoreWine Wine Kit of the Week

BOGO Half Off!

morebeer buy one get one half off wine kits

+ Twisted Mist Sale…

twisted mist wine kit

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50 lb Stackable Airtight Vittles Vault Container [~55 lbs Grain Storage Capacity]

Thanks to Twitter Follower @chillindamos for this photo [and one more below]! [Connect with HBF on Twitter] This is the 50 lb stackable size with a full 25 kg bag of grain in it.  That’s about 55 lbs and there’s still some room.

Gamma Seal 50 lb

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • Keeps Food Fresh and Flavorful: our GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY, featuring a threaded locking system and double gaskets, create a controlled moisture balance making it the ideal airtight dog food storage container (suitable for cat food, too)
  • Say Goodbye to Pesky Pests: In addition to locking in freshness and flavor, GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY keeps pests out, stopping ants and other insects out of this cat or dog food storage vault. Perfect for dry pet food
  • Food-safe and BPA-Free: Engineered with strength and durability in mind, Vittles Vaults Dog and Cat Food Storage containers made of food-grade, durable BPA-free HDPE plastic that won't shatter if dropped and can be kept inside, in garages, or outdoors
  • Must-Have Pet Owner's Cat and Dog Feeding & Watering Supplies: This versatile pet food storage container serves as a cat food storage container or food for goats, birds, etc. Note that only the 40lb and 60lb Vittles Vaults are stackable
  • Proudly Made in the USA: Unlike many other pet food storage containers, Vittles Vaults are manufactured in the USA with quality and craftsmanship you can trust. Capacity is based on the shape and density of kibble. When in doubt; round up to the next size
Learn More

 

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Dog Food Storage Container, Up to 50 Pounds Dry Pet Food Storage– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

deals on sacks of malt

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Terpene Dream Double IPA All Grain Kit – $47.99, Save 20%, Limited Availability, Matches 2022 Deal

terpene double ipa

  • MoreBeer’s Kit of the Week offers a 20% discount on a select recipe for a limited time.  Choose from all grain or extract versions while supplies last.
  • Shipping is also free to many US addresses with a qualifying $59 order
  • Custom Tap Handle: All of MoreBeer’s original recipe kits come with a full color insert that works with this custom tap handle
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

Check out this week’s Kit of the Week! – remember coupon code KOTW

This makes the all grain kit $47.99.

From the “prices on everything continue to skyrocket” department the price on this has stayed the same since September of 2022 when we featured this as a Kit of the Week deal.

Terpene Dream Double IPA Kits at MoreBeer

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

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50 lb Stackable Airtight Vittles Vault Container [~55 lbs Grain Storage Capacity]

Thanks to Twitter Follower @chillindamos for this photo [and one more below]! [Connect with HBF on Twitter] This is the 50 lb stackable size with a full 25 kg bag of grain in it.  That’s about 55 lbs and there’s still some room.

Gamma Seal 50 lb

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • Keeps Food Fresh and Flavorful: our GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY, featuring a threaded locking system and double gaskets, create a controlled moisture balance making it the ideal airtight dog food storage container (suitable for cat food, too)
  • Say Goodbye to Pesky Pests: In addition to locking in freshness and flavor, GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY keeps pests out, stopping ants and other insects out of this cat or dog food storage vault. Perfect for dry pet food
  • Food-safe and BPA-Free: Engineered with strength and durability in mind, Vittles Vaults Dog and Cat Food Storage containers made of food-grade, durable BPA-free HDPE plastic that won't shatter if dropped and can be kept inside, in garages, or outdoors
  • Must-Have Pet Owner's Cat and Dog Feeding & Watering Supplies: This versatile pet food storage container serves as a cat food storage container or food for goats, birds, etc. Note that only the 40lb and 60lb Vittles Vaults are stackable
  • Proudly Made in the USA: Unlike many other pet food storage containers, Vittles Vaults are manufactured in the USA with quality and craftsmanship you can trust. Capacity is based on the shape and density of kibble. When in doubt; round up to the next size
Learn More

 

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Dog Food Storage Container, Up to 50 Pounds Dry Pet Food Storage– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

deals on sacks of malt

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Ends Soon: MoreBeer’s Party Pack! HALF OFF Wine Kits w/Beer Kit Purchase!

MoreBeer’s Party Pack Beer and Wine Kit Bundle Deal gets you a whopping half off a wine kit when you buy a beer kit. Choose from all grain or extract. This is a great deal!

Buy A Beer Recipe Kit Get A Wine Kit 50% OFF

Wine Kit of the Week!

MoreBeer offers 20% off via the Wine Kit of the Week Sale. The new wine kit appears every Monday around Noon Pacific Time and will be available while supplies last.

MoreBeer Wine Kit of the Week!  Use code WKOTW to get the deal

MoreWine, MoreBeer’s Wine specific site also has a Wine Kit of the Week and that sometimes varies from MoreBeer’s Wine Kit of the Week…

MoreWine Wine Kit of the Week

BOGO Half Off!

morebeer buy one get one half off wine kits

+ Twisted Mist Sale…

twisted mist wine kit

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New Updates… Homebrew Recipe Kit Deals!

William’s Brewing Annual Holiday Ale Kits are Available:

Williams Brewing Holiday Ale

From William’s Brewing: “Our annual William’s Holiday Ale is now available. This has been a crowd pleaser since 1994, and is a gently hopped honey brown ale with hints of orange peel and clove.”

From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Since 1994, we have produced a spiced Holiday Ale every year for the Fall and Winter Holiday seasons. The current kit is based on a formulation we first perfected in 1999, and by popular demand, we have settled on this formulation ever since. A spiced honey brown ale, our Holiday Ale is spiced with orange peel, allspice and other spices. The spices balance the sweetness of the honey, and the resulting brown ale has a rich honey malt character and delicate bitterness.

Alcohol: 5.8%, IBU’s 35 Includes 9 lbs. of our blended malt extract and honey, mixed spices, flavoring hops, 125 ml of liquid ale yeast, and corn sugar for carbonation. Makes 5 gallons with a starting gravity of at least 1.058

This is an annual limited edition kit. When they’re gone, they’re gone.

William’s Brewing Holiday Ale Kits

Oktoberfest Buy One, Get One HALF Off Deal:

MoreBeer is has Oktoberfest and German Hefeweizen Kits, Buy One Get One Half Off.  Mix and match between either kit and your choice of all grain and extra.

MoreBeer’s Oktoberfest Combo Pack

Amazon Kit Deals

We’ve recently seen ABC 6 Gallon Kits in the $25 range and 6 Gallon Cider Kits in the $35 range. Note that multiple varieties are available. Check product pages for current price and availability.

Adventures in Homebrewing is discounting seasonal homebrew beer recipe kits by 20%.  Selections include both all grain and extract options.  Now is a great time to stock up or grab ingredients for your next batch.

Save on Seasonal Homebrew Recipes – use coupon code AUTUMNBREW to get the deal

MoreBeer’s Party Pack Beer and Wine Kit Bundle Deal gets you a whopping half off a wine kit when you buy a beer kit. Choose from all grain or extract. This is a great deal!

Buy A Beer Recipe Kit Get A Wine Kit 50% OFF

Brewers Best Closeout!

  • AIH is closing out all Brewers Best recipe kit offerings.
  • Lots of style options are available.
  • No coupon code required, availability is limited, order now for best selection

Brewers Best Kit Closeout at AIH

Save $5 on Any Kit at MoreBeer…

For a limited time, MoreBeer coupon code BEERKIT5 takes $5 off your choice of recipe kit from MoreBeer’s Massive Selection.

Applies to each kit. Does not stack with other coupons.

Recipe Kits at MoreBeer| All Grain Kits | Extract Kits | Beer Ingredients – use coupon code BEERKIT5

Recipe Kits To Consider

Kit of the Week:

MoreBeer’s Most Popular Recipes

MoreBeer has loads of recipe kits.  Original recipes, clones and direct from the brewer recipes courtesy of the Brewmaster Series.  Want to know what MoreBeer’s most popular recipes are?  Check out the links below to get the scoop.  These are dynamic results based on sales.

Also: MoreBeer’s Newest Kits

Get Free Shipping:  Shipping is also free with a qualifying $59 order to many US addresses.

Wine Kit Deals…

BOGO HALF OFF Wine Kits!

morebeer buy one get one half off wine kits

Twisted Mist Sale

twisted mist wine kit

Twisted Mist Sale at MoreBeer!

Wine Kit of the Week:

MoreBeer offers 20% off via the Wine Kit of the Week Sale. The new wine kit appears every Monday around Noon Pacific Time and will be available while supplies last.

MoreBeer Wine Kit of the Week!  Use code WKOTW to get the deal

MoreWine, MoreBeer’s Wine specific site also has a Wine Kit of the Week and that sometimes varies from MoreBeer’s Wine Kit of the Week…

MoreWine Wine Kit of the Week

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container, 33 Quarts w/casters [~41 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS USA 33 Quart Airtight Pet Food Container, Navy

IRIS Airtight Storage Container.  Translucent body means you can see what’s inside.  BPA free material.  Lid features airtight seals.  Casters so you can move as needed.

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • This plastic airtight container is the ideal solution for storing dog or cat food, other pet food, and more
  • Pet food bins have airtight seals and snap lock latches to keep out moisture and pests for secure dry food storage
  • 33 QT storage container stacks with other 33 QT and 12 QT storage containers
  • BPA free rolling storage bins come with casters for easy mobility
  • Dimensions: 16.50"L x 10.83"W x 16.88"H
Learn More

 

As of this posting, this is showing a stated capacity of 33 quarts.  33 quarts = 8.25 gallons.  My rule of thumb for grain storage for unmiled malt is 5 lbs per gallon.  At that rate this would hold about 41.25 lbs of grain.  That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary.

IRIS USA 33 quart Airtight Pet Food Container, Navy  – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

deals on sacks of malt

Terpene Dream Double IPA Kits – all grain & extract – Save 20% + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Time Deal

terpene double ipa

  • MoreBeer’s Kit of the Week offers a 20% discount on a select recipe for a limited time.  Choose from all grain or extract versions while supplies last.
  • Shipping is also free to many US addresses with a qualifying $59 order
  • Custom Tap Handle: All of MoreBeer’s original recipe kits come with a full color insert that works with this custom tap handle
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

Check out this week’s Kit of the Week! – remember coupon code KOTW

Terpene Dream Double IPA Kits at MoreBeer

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

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Find the Best Deal on Sacks of Malt – Tips, Tricks & Sources + Limited Time Deal

homebrew sack malt deals

Grains by the lb can generally be had for a reasonable price. They also generally qualify for free and flat rate shipping when a retailer offers that. The same is true for sacks of grain.  The real issue comes when you add on shipping.  50 or 55 lbs of grain is… heavy.  Shipping charges can add up.

Limited Time Deal, Castle Malt Sale at William’s Brewing

Castle Malting Sale

For a limited time, William’s Brewing is discounting select Castle Malting Malts by 20%. You need to add the malt to your cart to see the discounted price, no coupon code necessary.

Shipping is free or reasonably priced flat rate to addresses in the contiguous US depending on your order size for most items.

Castle Malting Sale at William’s Brewing

An Illustration of the Problem:

An unnamed online homebrew shop ran a grain sale. Discounting sacks of grain.

  • A bag of a certain brand of two row malt was marked down to $48.44… Great, that’s a good price!
  • To slowest/cheapest available shipping option was…. $71.22 to my address and… I’m in the same region as this shop.
  • That’s a total of $119.66. That’s not good, in fact it’s bad. That’s almost double the (current, can change quickly) price of one option I outline in this article.
  • We can do a lot better.
  • This article offerings tips, tricks and sources to help you source bulk malt at the best price.

Bulk Malt Deal Tips and Tricks

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50 lb Stackable Airtight Vittles Vault Container [~55 lbs Grain Storage Capacity]

Thanks to Twitter Follower @chillindamos for this photo [and one more below]! [Connect with HBF on Twitter] This is the 50 lb stackable size with a full 25 kg bag of grain in it.  That’s about 55 lbs and there’s still some room.

Gamma Seal 50 lb

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • Keeps Food Fresh and Flavorful: our GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY, featuring a threaded locking system and double gaskets, create a controlled moisture balance making it the ideal airtight dog food storage container (suitable for cat food, too)
  • Say Goodbye to Pesky Pests: In addition to locking in freshness and flavor, GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY keeps pests out, stopping ants and other insects out of this cat or dog food storage vault. Perfect for dry pet food
  • Food-safe and BPA-Free: Engineered with strength and durability in mind, Vittles Vaults Dog and Cat Food Storage containers made of food-grade, durable BPA-free HDPE plastic that won't shatter if dropped and can be kept inside, in garages, or outdoors
  • Must-Have Pet Owner's Cat and Dog Feeding & Watering Supplies: This versatile pet food storage container serves as a cat food storage container or food for goats, birds, etc. Note that only the 40lb and 60lb Vittles Vaults are stackable
  • Proudly Made in the USA: Unlike many other pet food storage containers, Vittles Vaults are manufactured in the USA with quality and craftsmanship you can trust. Capacity is based on the shape and density of kibble. When in doubt; round up to the next size
Learn More

 

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Dog Food Storage Container, Up to 50 Pounds Dry Pet Food Storage– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

deals on sacks of malt

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MKII High Temp Magnetic Drive Pump – $64.99 + Free Shipping! Limited Availability

MKII High Temp Magnetic Drive Pump

MKII High Temp Magnetic Drive Pump from MoreBeer

More Info

From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

This magnetic drive pump is a perfect pump for your brew system. Use it to move hot wort in an all-grain system and also to transfer wort from boil kettle to fermenter. The housing of the unit is made from tough, food grade polysulfone. The magnetic drive allows you to slow down the flow without damaging the pump. This pump is not self priming so do not run the pump dry. The pump head can be rotated in 60-degree increments, allowing for 6 different pump head orienations. An optional stainless head, PMP501, can also be purchased.

Features:

110v/60hz
Max Head: 11.15 ft. (3.4 m)
Max Flow: 5 Gal/min (19L/min)
1/2 inch fittings
Rotatable pump head
Max temperature – 248 F/ 120 C
Water resistant (not proof!) casing

 

Limited Availability Deal of the Day: As of this posting, this is marked down to $64.99 as a MoreBeer Deal of the Day. Shipping is also free to addresses in the contiguous US with most $59 Orders. Availability: This is available today only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited. Check the MoreBeer’s Deal of the Day to check today’s offering.

Product Description – Here – Use coupon code BEERDEAL to get this discount.

MKII High Temp Magnetic Drive Pump PMP500

Also: Hands on Review: Mark II Homebrew Pump w/Stainless Head – similar but not identical

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

50 lb Stackable Airtight Vittles Vault Container [~55 lbs Grain Storage Capacity]

Thanks to Twitter Follower @chillindamos for this photo [and one more below]! [Connect with HBF on Twitter] This is the 50 lb stackable size with a full 25 kg bag of grain in it.  That’s about 55 lbs and there’s still some room.

Gamma Seal 50 lb

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • Keeps Food Fresh and Flavorful: our GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY, featuring a threaded locking system and double gaskets, create a controlled moisture balance making it the ideal airtight dog food storage container (suitable for cat food, too)
  • Say Goodbye to Pesky Pests: In addition to locking in freshness and flavor, GAMMA SEAL TECHNOLOGY keeps pests out, stopping ants and other insects out of this cat or dog food storage vault. Perfect for dry pet food
  • Food-safe and BPA-Free: Engineered with strength and durability in mind, Vittles Vaults Dog and Cat Food Storage containers made of food-grade, durable BPA-free HDPE plastic that won't shatter if dropped and can be kept inside, in garages, or outdoors
  • Must-Have Pet Owner's Cat and Dog Feeding & Watering Supplies: This versatile pet food storage container serves as a cat food storage container or food for goats, birds, etc. Note that only the 40lb and 60lb Vittles Vaults are stackable
  • Proudly Made in the USA: Unlike many other pet food storage containers, Vittles Vaults are manufactured in the USA with quality and craftsmanship you can trust. Capacity is based on the shape and density of kibble. When in doubt; round up to the next size
Learn More

 

Gamma2 Vittles Vault Dog Food Storage Container, Up to 50 Pounds Dry Pet Food Storage– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

deals on sacks of malt

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Last Call… MoreBeer’s Zombie Dust Clone All Grain Kits – $35.99, Save 20%, Limited Availability, Matches 2022 Deal

  • MoreBeer’s Kit of the Week offers a 20% discount on a select recipe for a limited time.  Choose from all grain or extract versions while supplies last.
  • Shipping is also free to many US addresses with a qualifying $59 order
  • Custom Tap Handle: All of MoreBeer’s original recipe kits come with a full color insert that works with this custom tap handle
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

Check out this week’s Kit of the Week! – remember coupon code KOTW

This makes the all grain kit just $35.99.

From the “prices on everything continue to skyrocket” department the price on this has stayed the same since August of 2022 when we featured this as a Kit of the Week deal.

Soulless Hops Zombie Dust Clone Kits at MoreBeer

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

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Ends Soon: MoreBeer’s Zombie Dust Clone Kits! – All & Extract – Save 20% + Free Ship Eligible, Limited Time Deal

  • MoreBeer’s Kit of the Week offers a 20% discount on a select recipe for a limited time.  Choose from all grain or extract versions while supplies last.
  • Shipping is also free to many US addresses with a qualifying $59 order
  • Custom Tap Handle: All of MoreBeer’s original recipe kits come with a full color insert that works with this custom tap handle
  • Easy Filler Item….  If you’re looking for a filler item to help you qualify for free shipping, consider grabbing some PBW

Check out this week’s Kit of the Week! – remember coupon code KOTW

Soulless Hops Zombie Dust Clone Kits at MoreBeer

MORE MoreBeer Deals!…

pst:b3kotw-kit

IRIS Airtight Storage Container, 33 Quarts w/casters [~41 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS USA 33 Quart Airtight Pet Food Container, Navy

IRIS Airtight Storage Container.  Translucent body means you can see what’s inside.  BPA free material.  Lid features airtight seals.  Casters so you can move as needed.

More Info
Highlighted Features
  • This plastic airtight container is the ideal solution for storing dog or cat food, other pet food, and more
  • Pet food bins have airtight seals and snap lock latches to keep out moisture and pests for secure dry food storage
  • 33 QT storage container stacks with other 33 QT and 12 QT storage containers
  • BPA free rolling storage bins come with casters for easy mobility
  • Dimensions: 16.50"L x 10.83"W x 16.88"H
Learn More

 

As of this posting, this is showing a stated capacity of 33 quarts.  33 quarts = 8.25 gallons.  My rule of thumb for grain storage for unmiled malt is 5 lbs per gallon.  At that rate this would hold about 41.25 lbs of grain.  That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary.

IRIS USA 33 quart Airtight Pet Food Container, Navy  – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

deals on sacks of malt